December 2008 « With Love…

30Dec/0834

Happy New Year!!!!

Hello Darlings!!!

Well.... foremost, I would like to wish you all a Happy New Year!!!!

Yay!!!.... New Year, New Goals, and New Beginnings....
I am very grateful for starting the blog this year which lead me to meeting lots amazing people, such as yourself

.... So thank you for your support and friendship!!!
I hope that the New Year brings you all the joy and happiness in the world!!!

ANNIVERSARY
Thanks to my absolutely amazing and wonderful boyfriend, I definately had the best time tonight. He surprised me by taking me to a candle lit dinner at this amazing Moroccan restaurant with belly dancing...

Seriously, I want to learn how to belly dance... she was awesome doing all that sexy stuff with her body... really cool.

And here's what I wore....( I apologize for no photo in the restaurant...I just hate taking photos in public... lol. Always have)

Andrew picked out this simple yet so perfect dress last night while last minute shopping. Therefore, I decided to surprise him by wearing out tonight...

I am wearing:
Wilfred Dress
Calvin Klein Opaque Tights
Michael Kors Leather booties
A.V. Max Gold Studded Cuff
Accessories & Beyond Elastic Bracelet Set in Black & Gold

and of course, by spoiling me with the most beautiful Swarovski heart pendant ( he knows how much i love Swarovski...hehe)...and therefore, I would like to say Thank you!!!

The necklace perfectly matches the charms bracellet that he got me for our 6 month anniversary.

P.S. I will resume posting on January 8th....

I am off to Cancun, Mexico in few hours!!!

See you all in the New Year!!!

Lots of love and kisses,
Marta

Sources: fashion spot

Tagged as: A.V.Max, Accessories& Beyond, Calvin Klein, Michael Kors, Wilfred 34 Comments

29Dec/0822

Last minute…

Hello Lovelies,

Well, since I am leaving for vacation tomorrow night.... today and tomorrow are pretty crazy. Only, because I have crazy amount of morning appointments...for mani/pedi and the rest of the beautiful girly things... as well as, tomorrow is my two year anniversary with Andrew which I am really excited about....

SHINY...

Well I just got in from shopping... I finally found a New Years dress and few more things to take with me. I am also excited that all of my purchases have arrived in the mail...BUT I just started packing, which I hate and will probably take me all night.haha ...

OOh yea, I also picked up a pair of Kors oxford's and couldn't wait to show them to you along with my new Disco pants....

I am definately bringing this outfit with me to Cancun .... haha. It is definately a little risque for me ... but I do love the idea of trying new things and experimenting with clothing, but still being comfortable in my own skin.
These pants are definately out there for me ... but I LOVE THEM.

I am wearing:
BCBG Max Azria Blazer
Guess Corset

American Apparel Disco Pants
Accessories & Beyond Elastic Bracelet Set in Black & Gold
A.V. Max. Gold Studded Cuff
Michael Kors Patent Leather Oxford's

Well... off I go back to packing, it is going to be a long night..... I am definately using Victoria Beckham's advice ( from her book) as to what I should bring. Here's a quote or two from " That Extra Half an Inch"....

"Don't bother with flashy designer luggage. There's a good chance it could get stolen as it attracts attention..."

" Always bring a dressy outfit as you just never know where your holiday might take you..."

" I try to stick to the formula of bringing something casual ( plain T-shirts, miniskirts), something classic ( nice V-necks, a pencil skirt and a plain dress) and then something a bit more out there for some fun."

I'll make sure to post my anniversary outfit.... and packing pics and more tips from the Beckham book.
Off I go....

I wish you all a lovely day!!!

With Love...
Marta

Sources:" half an extra inch"; fashion spot.

Tagged as: A.V.Max, Accessories& Beyond, American Apparel, BCBG Max Azria, Guess, Michael Kors 22 Comments

25Dec/083

Merry X-mas…

MERRY CHRISTMAS DARLINGS !!!

With Love...
Marta

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23Dec/0814

Disco Pants….

Hello Darlings,

Well...it definitely seems like there's no time for me to be sick. The fever is finally gone and although I am still slightly sick...I've been all around the place, running last minute errands and x-mas shopping, lol. Since, the vacation is just around the corner and x-mas is day away.... Although it is a time of giving... I decided to go ahead and Give... myself a gift, lol...

DISCO TIME - lol

I've been obsessing over the latex/wet looking tights and couldn't find a pair and leggings were out of question .... I refuse to wear leggings, only because I feel naked and because I never really had the need to wear them .... They work beautifully for others but just not for me.

So, the moment I saw American Apparel Disco pants - I was in love. Although they are not latex, they do give the same effect.... I also picked up a this sweater dress... yes, it's a dress, but it also works like a sweater. Well, these pants are definately "naked pants" so I balanced out my nakedness with a chunky knit .... just to make myself feel more comfortable,lol....

I am wearing: ( press on the links to pick up the same item as I am wearing)
Talula Wool/Casheme Sweater Dress - worn as a sweater
American Apparel Disco Pants - I love'em and can't wait to show them to you in their full glory,lol
80% 20 Jackie Hidden Wedge Crinkled Patent Leather Boot - perfect for winter.
Accessories & Beyond Elastic Bracelet Set in Black & Gold
Soia & Kyo Anissa - Z Wool Coat
Gap Leather Purse

Twilight Update and my trip to Chapters to pick up the last two books of the Twilight Saga. I also hope that Santa brings me Twilight collectors edition .... or I will just have to play Santa myself and get one.... So, please Santa.

Well, I finished reading the New Moon and now I am realllllly excited for the movie to come out. I really did enjoy that the entire book is not just a love story but also the adventure. However, I did miss a fact that Edward wasn't there.... haha. I think it would really interesting if Stephanie Meyer was to release a book or two or three,lol.... that would be told from Edwards perspective.I know that she was working on one, " Midnight Sun" until it was leaked on internet... You can read the story and response from the author here ( just click...) I am on the first pages of Eclipse and can't wait to have the time to just sit down ... and read, read and read.

Well... off I go, I have yet to wrap the present and finish re-organizing my closet and finding all of my summer stuff... UGGHHH!!!

As the Christmas is just around the corner... I wish you all HAPPY HOLIDAYS!!!!

With Love...
Marta

Photo Source: fashionspot;

Tagged as: 80, Accessories& Beyond, American Apparel, Soia&Kyo, Talula 14 Comments

21Dec/0821

Twilight, New Moon … and Snow Day .

Hello Darlings,

Well I am lying in my bed sick and with fever but I missed blogging tooooooo much....since my headache is more bearable today I decide to make this post and to proudly announce that I'm almost done reading the New Moon ( 2nd Twilight book)....So here are my thoughts:

I am in LOVE WITH THE BOOKS.... and just wanted to thank you for encouraging me to read them. I must agree that the movie did not do the book any justice at all and the characters were misrepresented. The books are much more than I ever expected....I read the Twilight in a day and I am almost done reading The New Moon... meaning that it took me only two days to complete the books. The writing is absolutely beautiful and very visual - definately something that is rare in" teen books". Yup, I found this book located at the " teenage" section and was a little thrown off... but once I started to read, I realized that this book has soo many interpretation and ways to be understood that even if I was to sit down and re-read it ten years from now... my experience would be completely different. The characters are amazing .... when they say that the authors bring them to life in their novels,this novel goes beyond that. It is hard to explain, but the experience is phenomenal .... and just can't wait to go back to reading .... I am almost nervous to finish reading all four because what then .... I am reallly eager to go back to reading the New Moon ... I am on the part where Bella just jumped off the clif and Jacob found her ... so I am eager to find out how this book will end and I can't wait to have Edward back. Seriously, THESE BOOKS ARE INCREDIBLE ..... I would definately recommended reading them. I don't want to write a ten page essay on how much I love them... but will definately be talking about them for a while ....

Hope you do not mind.

All I can say is that ... If Love can be read about and understood... then Twilight does just that.

IT IS - 20 OUTSIDE

Well, now on to the outfit.... It's snowing non stop and it's about -20 degrees outside. On Friday, Andrew and I decided to catch and movie since I wasn't feeling too sick .... and here's what I wore:
For those cold winter days, I have cold winter gear ... which is a thick knit sweater with a warm jacket... and here's my another secret, I wear ski socks under my boots to stay warm. My feet stay toasty warm and I can wear any kind of boots I want...heheh

I am wearing:
Talula Wool Dress
Soia & Kyo Wool Coat
Calvin Klein Opaque Tights
Gap Leather Purse
Juicy Couture Boots

I'm off to bed and to finish reading New Moon ... I am trying to get better as soon as I can since I have so many things to finish before the vacation....

I wish you all a Wonderful Day !!!

With Love...
Marta

Sources: Twilight Movie.

Tagged as: Calvin Klein, Gap, Juicy Couture, Soia&Kyo, Talula 21 Comments

18Dec/0820

Baby , It’s Cold Outside …..

Hello Lovelies,

Well, today was yet another day spent shopping ... but this time, not for myself ( well... maybe just a little bit) but for my beloved. I think that shopping for someone else is so much more fun, than for yourself.... or maybe it is just me. Although, I do like receiving gifts as well... haha, who doesn't.

BUNDLE UP!!!

Since, I live in Canada... and this is how our weather has been :

( During the drive home ...tonight)

The first thing I did, when I purchases Beckham's book was turn to the "winter" section. And then I quickly turned to the section on scarves.... and here's a short quote:

" Long chunky scarves look really beautiful and I recommend Louis Vuitton and Burberry..... I prefer my scarves in plain colour blocks, but colorful stripped ones look equally good." (pg.238)

Although I really do like her book and it is a fun read some of her suggestions are a tiny bit ridiculous ... Louis Vuitton and Burberry scarf? Really? - I mean of course, we all have couple of hudred dollars of spare change lying around for a cozy little scarf. She does mention Gap ... for colorful scarves. I wonder if she has ever even been to Gap ( just a random thought).... lol. By the way, I really do love her style and in no way is this a critique of her personal choice, but only my personal opinion. Since I am pretty sure that people who can buy Vuitton and Burberry scarves like I buy my Starbucks ( everyday) ... have personal stylists and I am pretty sure are not going to be reading this book - for fashion advise. Although, I will give her credit, for trying to mention more accessible stores like Topshop, H&M,Zara,etc ... throughout her book ( which I will quote once in a while since, some of her advice is pretty cool)

My favorite Fall 08 Runway Looks....
( then it comes to fur scarfs go faux ...it is more fabulous then real animal skin)

Well, for those of us who are not exactly Victoria Beckham's - budget is important... So, my personal recommendation would be Club Monaco Cashmere Scarves ( they are also on sale now, for $60, from $120 - in Canada) .... they are really long and cozy and the quality of cashmere is really good... I have a few things from them in cashmere and they look great after a winter or two ....Nice cashmere scarf is a good investement if you live in freezying environement. It will keep you warm and cozy throughout the brutal winters.
.... And my mommy being an angel that she is just got me the most perfect scarf to match my Autumn Cashmere Dress....thank you mommy.

MATCH-Y MATCH-Y???

I am wearing:
Autumn Cashmere cashmere dress
Club Monaco cashemere Scarf
80%20 Jackie Hidden Wedge Crinkled Patent Leather Boots
Accessories & Beyond Gold Bracellets
Calvin Klein Opaque Tights - went it comes to thick tights, his are the best.

Another thing, I would recommend is... when wearing a cashmere dress, you might want to wear a thin slip - since cashmere dresses tend to be slightly sheer and they also cling to the body.A pretty slip makes sure that the dress sits perfectly, without ridding up, clinging, or the embracing " in the light" moments. Call me old, fashioned but I think investing in a pretty silk, slinky slip is a must for any woman ... especially one that wears many dresses.

I still can't believe how well my mommy matched the scarf to the dress... I love it!!!

P.S. Statick - Hair Problem: In my last post, I mentioned that I could no longer deal with my statick-y haire...WELL, I FOUND A SOLUTION THAT WORKS and boy was I excited. My friend suggested using Dryer Sheets ... sounds weird but toss one in your purse and when needed gently run over your hair and TATA it is perfect once again. The dryer sheets are ment to eliminate static....and work charms on my hair. You know what they say drastic times = drastic measures!!! And this is the only thing that works for me ...

Thank you all for your lovely comments - reading them, really does bring me lots of joy. I would especially like to thank the lovely Nita - Karoliina for the amazing award, which I would like to pass to every single one of you.

I WISH YOU ALL A WONDERFUL DAY !!!!

With Love...
Marta

Sources: Vogue 1989; An Extra Half and Inch by Victoria Beckham; Instyle.com

Tagged as: 80, Accessories& Beyond, Autumn Cashmere, Calvin Klein, Club Monaco 20 Comments

15Dec/0834

Casual and Festive….

Hello Darlings,

Well, I finally have the time to post my outfit from Saturday night party.... although it was a Christmas party it was more on a casual side.
So Ta ta... my casual but " festive" outfit... lol

Nothing compares to a cozy sweater on a chilly winter evening ( of course, with a warm jacket on top,lol)

I am wearing:
Maggie Ward Dress
M. Rena Wool Sweater
Givenchy Pantyhose
80%20 Jackie Hidden Wedge Crinkled Patent Leather Boots
Gap Leather Hobo
A.V. Max Gold Studded Cuff
Swarovski Earings

Close up of the boots, make - up and the earrings.

I was bit nervous about the hidden wedge... but it looks really awesome. It is definable not an ordinary boot... and really does give that perfect touch to otherwise boring winter outfit.

I though that I would throw in this random fact... up until few month ago I would never wear a tony tail outside of my home, but now I am definately loving a messy pony... Especially, because of this weather my hair is so staticy ... Any recommendations as to what products to use to prevent that?

P.S. I finally had a chance to spend some time in the local bookstore and picked up a copy of Twilight ( I was hoping to get the special edition... but I was lucky enough to scoop up 2nd last paperback) and I also picked up That Extra Half an Inch by Victoria Beckham - which believe it or not is actually pretty fun read. I will make sure to post a thing or two from the book as well as some picture which are really awesome ....

And I am going to leave with this awesome John Galliano Jewelry Ad.... it is so sexy, I love it!!